WHY COMMON SENSE REMODELING?
Because we think remodeling should be a positive experience! Our Common Sense Process turns any renovation goal into a predictable, carefully planned step-by-step process that avoids setbacks and budget overruns so prevalent in typical remodeling experiences.
Our Common Sense approach to the complexities of remodeling has been refined over 25 years to assist clients in effectively designing their projects within the parameters of realistic predefined expectations; ultimately delivering a superior project experience rarely anticipated in our industry.
As we manage the multi-faceted details of your project from start to finish, we save our clients the frustration of having to coordinate qualified professionals from every corner of our industry. With project planning and design, up-front budgeting, product education and selection, quality construction, efficient management, and final wrap up - all under ONE SINGLE SOURCE OF RESPONSIBILITY; you’ve set the stage from the very beginning to experience the smoothest remodeling project possible with relatively little room for error.
Contact us for a private consultation, and to see why Common Sense Remodeling simply makes sense; Common Sense!
Advance Design Studio, Ltd. is an authorized Dura Supreme cabinetry dealer.

Pear Tree Design Group is a full service design and remodeling firm specializing in custom kitchens and baths. With a combined 30 years of experience specializing in all aspects of remodeling and construction, our passion is making a clients vision a reality.

Grand Traditions custom luxury homes are built on a strong foundation of faith, passion and integrity.
Our love for building homes is reflected in the care and attention we devote to the process. From site consultation through selection of the final details, our team will walk with you through the journey of creating your home.
Our goal at Grand Traditions is to have our custom homes blend seamlessly with their environments. As we conceptualize the design, all elevations and perspectives are carefully considered to complement the property’s natural features and optimize your experience of the space.
Our passion and respect for historical architecture leads us to create a sense of timeless quality in each of our homes. Modern conveniences and state-of-the-art technologies are thoughtfully integrated and cleverly concealed, so as never to detract from our homes’ ageless feel.
We strive for the details of our homes to reflect the uniqueness of our clients and their vision. We offer a complete design/build experience, working closely with our clients through the planning, design process and selection of finishes and materials.
Once built, our homes continue to grow in character—only improved by the patina of copper accents or ivy climbing a stone gate. They are built to age gracefully and be enjoyed for generations to come.
The only things that outlast a Grand Traditions home are the relationships we build along the way. We look forward to starting the journey with you.

Designers & Builders Development is a family owned and operated business boasting a team of professionals with over 25 years of experience in designing and constructing new homes, additions, and renovations. Built on referrals, we are best known for our innovative design ideas, craftsmanship, and hands on approach. A key reason behind our success is that we’re as dedicated to building trust with our customers as we are to building high-quality homes, additions or home renovations & remodeling. Through the art of listening and capturing your vision we understand your needs before we start drawing up plans or working with architects to ensure those needs can be met. Thus, our new homes and renovations are truly inspired by you and designed for the way you live. .

We know that building a custom home can be one of the most rewarding experiences and sometimes the most frustrating too. Our goal at Heartstone Custom Builders is to make that experience not only pain free, but truly enjoyable. Our architects design stunning homes of any size, shape and style to suit your family's needs. We are small enough that the president of Heartstone will work directly with you throughout your entire project. At the same time we are large enough to deliver custom homes at a surprisingly competitive price that's on time and on budget every time. We back all our homes with a 2-year "bumper to bumper" warranty, twice most builders warranties. We will build your home on your lot or ours with a wide variety of financing options available.
Give us a call any time and make an appointment for a free consultation.
We truly put "our heart into every home".
Steve Melnick
President
Heartstone Custom Builders

OHi has been improving our neighborhood one home at a time for over 100 years. As our family business has grown and evolved over five generations, our name has changed, but the exceptional service, expert advice, and exclusive products we offer have remained the same. OHi offers full-service renovations for your entire home, including kitchens, bathrooms, flooring, additions, and general remodeling, along with commercial interior flooring and remodeling. Our designers, project managers, and tradesmen are all employed in-house, ensuring top-quality work for your home.
Stop by our one-of-a-kind, 7,500 square foot home showroom today to get ideas and meet with one of our design consultants so you can reach your home goals.

You love your neighborhood. You should love your home.
Let us help you design and renovate your house into the home you love.
Briggs Design Associates specializes in building spaces carefully designed to the needs, habits, and routines of every client. Principal Designer Kerry Briggs understands how a project's many moving pieces all fit together while maintaining a sharp eye on each and every small detail.
Kerry Briggs has over 30 years of professional experience in residential architecture.

Are you considering a new home? Do you have a reliable home builder to work with?
Nottingham Builders, Inc. has been in the northwest suburbs of Chicago for over 40 years. We provide our clients with value-- an excellent product at a fair price. We work with our clients throughout the process and show you what we are doing, and the cost involved each step of the way. The costs of materials and labor are shown, along with our overhead and profit (10% on new construction; the remodeling markup varies depending on the scope of work.) Because we have a transparent process, we are very proud to say we are still friends with our clients AFTER we finish the job.

A. Perry Homes are the architects, builders, and remodelers of choice for families who believe making their dream home should be a fun and engaging process that focuses on their family traditions and lifestyle needs. Our clients desire a long-term relationship with an award-winning firm that can handle all the details for a truly custom experience that begins with a thoughtful assessment of their needs and ends with a lifetime care for their home.

BDS provides a complete and professional design-build experience from the initial idea to the finishing touches. Our in-house design team will work with you to form and develop your vision. We’ll then bring to life your vision as the production and design team work together to manage every aspect of your project.
Check out our blog and learn helpful hints, tricks of the trade, and what we are currently working on! Click on the gray blog link to the left.

Leader Builders Corp. is an award-winning design-build firm and general contractor serving Chicago, the North Shore, the Northwest and Western Suburbs, and Naperville for over 30 years.
We specialize in architectural home additions and renovations. Some of our most popular projects include second story additions, two-story kitchen/master suite additions, and bungalow dormer additions/attic conversions.
We are a full-service firm that can take your project from concept to completion, including providing you with a detailed budget estimate up front, developing professional drawings and renderings (or working with your architect and blueprints if you already have them), applying for permits, helping you select your fixtures and finishes, coordinating trades, deliveries, and inspections, and overseeing construction for a quality result.
We pride ourselves on providing a great customer experience - our clients return to us with multiple projects over the years, refer their friends and family, and give us great reviews. Here are a few secrets to our success:
1. Our business is just the right size to handle complex projects while still being able to give each project the individual attention it deserves. Our project managers are intimately familiar with their projects, regularly on site, and easy to reach if you have any questions.
2. We stay on top of the budget and schedule from start to finish. We begin by discussing your budget, and our proprietary estimation software allows us to provide you with a highly detailed and highly accurate estimate up front, which guides the project. Similarly, our scheduling software allows us to plan out the whole project in advance so that in-demand crews and materials will be available when we need them.
3. At the end of the day, we want to deliver you the best solution for your family's needs - even if this means proposing a more practical and cost-effective alternative to an expensive project. At the same time, you can be confident in the quality of our work and materials.
We look forward to working with you on your home addition or remodeling project!

For nearly 50 years, Orren Pickell has enjoyed a reputation for excellence as one of Chicago’s best luxury custom home design/build firms. In addition to our design/build team, we offer full-service remodeling, maintenance, and custom cabinetry.
Orren Pickell Design Group – Luxury custom home designs are uniquely tailored to fit each client’s wants and needs. Our President and lead architect, John Forehand, brings experience gained at both Darcy Bonner and Booth Hansen to every new home design and remodeling project.
Orren Pickell Remodeling Group - If you want to upgrade your current home, Orren Pickell Remodeling Group handles whole house remodels, home additions and expansions, kitchen remodels, basement renovations, and other interior remodeling projects.
Orren Pickell Maintenance Group - These experienced professionals are called upon to perform all levels of home repair. From the completion of each “punch-list” item after a new home closes, to an annual preventive maintenance program, their efforts and commitment to our clients keep each custom home in optimum condition inside and out.
From initial architectural concepts through move-in, we provide exceptional service to homeowners and clients in Illinois, Wisconsin, Indiana, Michigan and beyond.
Find out why working with a second-generation custom home builder means a better experience from start to finish.

Named Remodeler of the Year by National Association of Home Builders 2016!
Michael Menn has been providing architectural and construction services that have exceeded his clients’ expectations since 1977.
Michael is a licensed architect in Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Wisconsin and Arizona, and has reciprocity in more than 40 other states.
He formed his first architectural private practice in 1983, devoted to small custom residential and commercial projects. Over the years that firm evolved into a diverse architectural, planning, interior design and construction firm.
Most companies will list honesty as an attribute, somewhere after quality, experience and maybe even low price. We think honesty is the most important attribute to look for in an architect or construction resource. After all, if you cannot trust these people, you cannot work with them. Our honesty is manifest in the following ways:
We do not overpromise. We set realistic expectations and then work hard to exceed them.
When you ask our opinion, we will tell you what we think. That is part of what you are paying for.
We only work with trades (subcontractors) that share these values.
While Michael Menn, Principal of Michael Menn Ltd., has won numerous awards, he is most proud of the award he won for marketplace ethics from the Illinois Better Business Bureau. Of course you should not just take our word for this. Ask our clients.

August Limited is a premiere builder of fully custom homes and author of exquisite renovations. We offer exceedingly knowledgeable craftsmen and the finest materials available. Our projects are centered in the Chicago Market with a strong presence in Barrington, Palatine, Arlington Heights and Long Grove.
We cater to the individuals and families with an affinity for the finer details in life, exceeding expectations through our constant pursuit of complete customer happiness. Above all else, the relentless pursuit of your enjoyment and satisfaction is at the forefront of every decision we make. We believe it is possible to always say YES to you, the customer.
"BUILD DREAMS - DELIVER PROMISES - HONOR EVERY PERSON" illuminates throughout our company with every individual.

With over 80 years of experience remodeling and building, the MAW Remodeling team will put you at ease when you choose us for your next project.
Building, remodeling, home renovation, and new construction are our passions. We pride ourselves in our ability to design, budget, and provide you with a quality project on your timetable.

Featured Reviews for Kildeer, IL Home Additions Professionals

Smarthaus + Wexler/Kollman P.C., Ltd.

Kildeer, IL Home Additions Professionals

Jul 12, 2014

“The GreenBuilt Home Tour is honored to have an innovative home by Michael Kollman on our 2014 Chicago area showcase event. As an initiative of the USGBC-Illinois Chapter, the GreenBuilt Home Tour requires that all dwellings featured on the tour meet stringent requirements for energy efficiency, indoor air quality and sustainability.
The SmartHaus by Wexler/Kollman is cited as a model for continued "green" design and construction in the Village of Northbrook, Illinois.
As an organization that seeks to promote sustainable building practices and technologies, the USGBC-Illinois is proud to acknowledge the achievements of Wexler/Kollman P.C., Ltd.”

Sexton Development

Kildeer, IL Home Additions Professionals

Jul 18, 2016

“As an experienced technology integrator, we live in a world of acute details and thoughtful foresight for our clients. Over the last 20 years we have built successful relationships with hundreds of quality developers in Chicago & across America. Drew from Sexton Development stands "head and shoulders" above the other for a couple simple and honest reasons. Drew places his clients interests at the forefront from concept to completion on every project & he continues to expand his knowledge of functional technologies that make his clients lives simpler, safer and more enjoyable. Some developers say they do this, some work hard at it, but only Drew has mastered it!
Gregg Schwartz
President
Electronic Lifestyle Associates”

Jason Meyering Architecture

Kildeer, IL Home Additions Professionals

Aug 13, 2018

“I have worked with Jason for the past 10 years on a wide variety of projects and he is an incredible architect! He has the perfect balance of design ingenuity and technical savvy that many design professionals lack. His strengths lie in his ability to creatively solve complex design issues and develop clever solutions that are beautiful and timeless. Beyond that, Jason is the hardest working architect I have ever known. He will work night and day to achieve the optimal design solution aesthetically, while adhering to time frame, build-ability and budget. Don't think twice and hire Jason.”

GS Construction & Remodeling

Kildeer, IL Home Additions Professionals

Apr 27, 2015

“I am a designer in Chicago and worked with Greg and his team on two bathroom renovations. They were exceptional. Their communication was really impressive, they were on time, on budget and fantastic to work with. I really have nothing but good things to say. I really look forward to working with them again in the near future. A great contractor is hard to come by, but I would recommend GS to anyone!”

Heartstone Custom Builders

Kildeer, IL Home Additions Professionals

Feb 2, 2014

“I used Heartstone Custom Builders for a total renovation in my second bathroom in my home. Steve was such a pleasure to work with as well as his staff. It came out exactly as I envisioned it.
I would definitely use him again. Very clean and professional.
I would highly recommend him to anyone.”

The ABL Group

Kildeer, IL Home Additions Professionals

Sep 21, 2012

“I've worked with ABL over the last 5 years on a number of projects in 3 homes, and I have referred them without reservation to family and friends, both of whom proceeded and hired ABL to complete the work in their homes. They are courteous, professional and complete in their approach to a project. Prompt to arrive, they leave a clean home behind, and come in on budget. Specific projects I've hired them for include: kitchen remodel (install can lights, build pantry, install dishwasher, reface cabinets and paint existing boxes in place, paint wrought iron fence, remove/install replacement windows, investigate a possible leak/spot treat mold/rebuild soffit/reinstall cabinets.”

P&M Renovations Inc.

Kildeer, IL Home Additions Professionals

Sep 18, 2012

“PM renovations has done beautiful work for my home. I first hired the company to construct an outside deck and patio area which turned out beautiful and then moved on to other areas of the house based on my satisfaction including: kitchen and bathroom. Again, excellent and professional work at an affordable price. I plan on using them in the future for my basement. Highly recommend”

Nottingham Builders Inc

Kildeer, IL Home Additions Professionals

Aug 21, 2016

“Nottingham builders did an absolutely phenomenal job building our dream home! From helping us to identify an architect and being there every step of the way throughout the design phase, to providing complete transparency regarding budget and their profit margin (It's a simple cost + % model) and helping to ensure we stayed within our budget -- Nottingham was completely above board. No hidden fees. We were able to select our interior options for cabinetry, lighting, flooring, etc... on our own and were not forced to choose from a defined set of options. And the quality of the construction was second to none. This is a solid home! Owner Lee Norton is unlike any of the builders we interviewed. He is honest, trustworthy and genuinely cares about each and every project as if it were for his own family. His team, including the subcontractors he works with, are experienced, talented and good, decent people. If you are looking to build a new home or remodel an existing home, I highly recommend Nottingham Builders.”

Tigerman McCurry Architects

Kildeer, IL Home Additions Professionals

Jun 9, 2016

“Tigerman McCurry designed two homes for me that were completed in 1996 and 1997 -- an apartment in Chicago, Illinois and a house in Aspen, Colorado. Both residences are in the contemporary vernacular and the results are geometric and symmetrical. The completed residences appeared in Architectural Digest in the late 1990's.
Working with the firm was a pure joy. Margaret and Stanley collaborated on the projects but Margaret took the lead with the interiors. The results were similar in feeling. Both residences exude warmth and elegance and provide lovely spaces for entertaining. Because I am an art collector, many museum tours have passed through both spaces, and the architecture and interior design receive as many compliments as the artworks. It is not surprising that both spaces have received significant professional awards.
Working with both principals was a pure delight. Even today, I continue to work with Margaret on the Chicago apartment on various small projects. She is always available to me. I love working with her.”

L. Ericson Const. Inc.

Kildeer, IL Home Additions Professionals

Aug 31, 2015

“The most honest contractor I ever hired.
Good prices,excellent work
On time every day,
And finished one week ahead of schedule
Thanks”